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Michael was the top boys’ name in the Empire State in 2012.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
Famed Navy flying team to perform Memorial Day Weekend.
The Rose Brucia Educational Foundation offers a free program designed to keep elementary-aged children safe.
Long Island Chapter of Autism Speaks sponsors event.
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Annual Candlelight service at Seaford High School.
News from the surrounding communities.
Bosco, a bernese mountain dog, had been missing since Monday afternoon.
On June 23, 11-year old Thomas Napoli underwent emergency surgery, and now his family needs the community's help for medical expenses.
The event will include reading of Wantagh victims’ names, playing of Amazing Grace, placing of Memorial Wreaths, a Rifle Salute and the Playing of Taps.
Captain Ed Peters served as a lifeguard for 50 years and was once a teacher in the Belmore-Merrick Central High School District.
A new left-turn signal is being installed at Sunrise Highway and Hewlett Avenue.
The mother of three is preparing for October's pageant.
Annual holiday tradition scheduled to begin at 10 a.m.
Annual pageant held Monday night with winner to be announced at Fourth of July Parade.
Killies found alive eight months after making way into pool during hurricane.
Temple B'nai Torah in Wantagh invites CenterPoint Church pastor to speak at interfaith service just days before congregation is set to acquire synagogue’s former Massapequa property.
Friends of Wantagh-Seaford is helping local victims from superstorm move back into their homes.
Forum hosted by Seaford Wellness Council slated for Tuesday evening.
Let us know in the comments about flooding at your home or business.
Area received one of the higher rain totals on Long Island during Friday's storm.
Funds will be used toward Wantagh-based organization’s “Fix-A-Feral” program.
As the season approaches, there are several precautions that should be taken.
High school teens who reside in Wantagh have until June 7 to get applications in for annual pageant.
Both communities will be honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country Monday morning.
Ten families awarded meet and greet with GEICO Skytypers, climb aboard vintage WWII aircraft.
Annual pageant fast approaching.
Roadway slated to be closed from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Friday for bridge painting over Sloop Channel.
The American Camp Association New York and New Jersey says it will provide a tuition-free camp experience to children whose families qualify.
Mold spores left behind are being released now across Long Island; Doctors say allergy season to be among worst in memory.